Tamil Nadu Announces Holiday on November 9 for Diwali 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has reportedly declared November 9, 2026, a public holiday following Diwali, giving students and government employees an extended festive break. According to the report published on October 28, the holiday will apply to educational institutions, including schools and colleges, as well as government offices.

Diwali will be celebrated on Sunday, November 8, this year. Since the festival falls on a Sunday, the additional holiday on Monday, November 9, is expected to provide people with more time for celebrations and travel.

Tamil Nadu Diwali Holiday Schedule 2026

According to the report, the holiday schedule is as follows:

The three-day break is expected to help families plan their Diwali celebrations and travel to their hometowns.

November 28 Declared a Working Day

To compensate for the additional holiday on November 9, the Tamil Nadu government has reportedly declared Saturday, November 28, 2026, a working day.

Schools, colleges and government offices covered by the order are expected to follow the revised schedule. People should check the relevant government order or official departmental announcements for confirmation of the applicable arrangements.

The additional holiday is expected to benefit students, government employees and families planning festive travel during Diwali 2026.